BTEC2230
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course examines the analysis of biomolecules. The focus is on using molecular technologies to address current issues. In particular applications in the areas of plant biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals will be discussed. Questions to be addressed include: How are genes cloned? How is plant genetic engineering accomplished? What are the current applications of plant biotechnology? What are the current approaches to the development of drugs? What approaches can be taken to large scale screening of biological compounds for commercial applications?
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Provide multiple examples of current day applications of molecular biology.
2. Describe the key principles underpinning the production of transgenic plants for commercial applications.
3. Critically analyse molecular based data.
4. Effectively appraise the broad scope for agricultural, industrial, and pharmaceutical applications of molecular techniques.
Content
- Nucleic acids: structure, isolation and manipulation;
- DNA based libraries;
- Plant transformation mechanisms;
- Applications of transformation for plant improvement;
- The drug discovery cycle;
- Drug delivery: Pharmacokinetics;
- Product development.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Biotechnology program.
Assumed knowledge
An understanding of BIOL1001 is assumed. In particular an understanding of DNA theory and Mendelian genetics as introduced in BIOL1001 is assumed. Concurrent or prior knowledge of BIOL2050 is strongly recommended.
Assessment items
Participation: Tutorial contribution
Written Assignment: Assignments
Online Open Book Formal Examination: Exam
Contact hours
Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-2
- Face to Face On Campus 1 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Tutorial-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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